In-depth focus on Asian countries in their regional context distinguishes this historical overview of a continent whose culture and history is complex and multifaceted. Such topics as migration, early settlements, the formation of kingdoms, Islamic penetration, and the advent of Western powers are included in the coverage of the ancient and medieval period. Current events such as the subversion of democracies, military rule, ethnic conflicts, movements toward the restoration of democracies, oppression of minorities, and the ...
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In-depth focus on Asian countries in their regional context distinguishes this historical overview of a continent whose culture and history is complex and multifaceted. Such topics as migration, early settlements, the formation of kingdoms, Islamic penetration, and the advent of Western powers are included in the coverage of the ancient and medieval period. Current events such as the subversion of democracies, military rule, ethnic conflicts, movements toward the restoration of democracies, oppression of minorities, and the possibilities of nuclear war demonstrate the competing interests of groups and ideologies on the continent.
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Add this copy of History of Asia: From Early Times to 2000 Ad to cart. $23.87, very good condition, Sold by Wyemart Limited rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from HEREFORD, HEREFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2010 by Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd.
